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INVESTIGATOR

U.S. Capitol Police · Posted 1 days ago

Hybrid Washington, DC $132K – $167K Apply by Sep 28, 2026 General Investigation ISFPISTP
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About the Role

The United States Capitol Police (USCP) safeguards the Congress, Members of Congress, employees, visitors, and Congressional buildings and grounds from crime, disruption, and terrorism. We protect and secure Congress so it can fulfill its constitutional and legislative responsibilities in a safe, secure and open environment.

What You'll Do

  • This position is located in the Office of Chief Administrative Officer, Office of Background Investigations and Credentialing, United States Capitol Police.
  • Conducts investigations requiring a high degree of skill for varied personnel security investigations and works to ensure suitability for employment.
  • Gathers background data, interviews the subject and drafts a report on finding for investigative cases.
  • Prepares a wide variety of complex documents that include formal analyses and findings for resolving highly difficult investigative cases.
  • Plans cases independently and works out arrangements with interviewees to perform substantial analysis of a wide range of records and documents to determine employment suitability.
  • Conducts background investigations to resolve all material issues in a case and to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation.
  • Performs record searches at police agencies, courthouses, educational institutions, financial institutions, places of employment, leasing offices, and through other databases.
  • Conducts background investigations to resolve all material issues in a case and to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation.
  • Prepares a wide variety of complex documents that include formal analyses and findings for resolving highly difficult personnel investigative cases.
  • Conducts investigations and documents the results to determine if a particular case is supported by sufficient evidence to provide a basis of rejection for employment.
  • Prepares memoranda and reports summarizing the evidence, investigative results, and recommendations for disposition of each case.
  • Reviews all investigative material (e.g., reports, testimony, examination results, records, and other documents) for accuracy and completeness and to ensure all concerns have been resolved or supported by fact.
  • Participates in the development of new investigation plans, schedules, or methods to accommodate changing program requirements.
  • Identifies objectives based on an analysis of interrelated issues of effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of substantive programs.

Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Successful completion of a background investigation is required.
  • Must complete a one-year probationary period.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain a top-secret clearance.
  • There is no education substitution for experience in this series and/or grade.

Personality Fit

This role is commonly a great fit for these MBTI types:

Job ID: 4a81d0d9-bf2f-499f-80e3-ab961ce58995

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